User manual MIELE KFN 8667 S-1

[. . . ] Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge freezer with StayFresh compartment KFN 8667 S-1 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. G M. -Nr. 06 515 750 Contents Guide to the appliance . 14 To switch the refrigerator section/StayFresh zone off separately . 15 Switching off for longer periods of time . [. . . ] Shell fish for example deteriorates faster than fish, and fish deteriorates faster than meat. Meat Store meat in suitable containers, but uncovered in the low humidity compartment. (Undo wrappings and leave containers open). The surface of the meat will dry out slightly and protect it from bacterial growth thus increasing its storage qualities. To prevent the risk of bacterial contamination keep meat stored in suitable containers and do not let different types of meat come into direct contact with each other. Take food out of the StayFresh zone approx. The aroma and taste do not fully develop until the food has reached room temperature. 26 Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. ^ Pull the shelves forward as far as they will go; then lift them upwards to remove them. ^ With the rear barrier facing upwards, place the shelf at the required position. The rear barrier must face upwards to prevent food from touching the back of the appliance and freezing to it. Adjusting the door shelves ^ Push the door shelf upwards, then remove it by pulling it forwards. ^ Replace the door shelf at the required position. Ensure that it is securely pushed back into position. Moving the bottle divider (depending on model) The bottle divider can be moved to the left or right to ensure that bottles are held securely in position when the door is opened and shut. Split shelf In order to accommodate tall items in the appliance, one of the shelves is divided. The front section can be pushed under the rear section. ^ Pull the front half of the glass shelf forwards slightly and then push it carefully under the rear half. StayFresh zone compartments ^ When loading and unloading items, pull the compartment right out by taking hold of it at the back and lifting it up to remove it. ^ To put it back in, pull the runners a right out and place the compartment on top of the runners. The front of the runners must be right up against the front of the compartment b. Push the compartment back in c. 27 Freezing and storing food Maximum freezing capacity To ensure that fresh food placed in the freezer freezes through to the core as quickly as possible, the maximum freezing capacity must not be exceeded. The maximum freezing capacity for freezing within a 24-hour period is given on the data plate "Freezing capacity . . . . kg/24 hrs". Home freezing Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition. Hints on home freezing ­ The following types of food are suitable for freezing: Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish, vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy products, pastry, leftovers, egg yolks, egg whites and a range of pre-cooked meals. ­ The following types of food are not suitable for freezing: Grapes, lettuce, radishes, sour cream, mayonnaise, eggs in their shells, onions, whole raw apples and pears. ­ To retain colour, taste and vitamin C, vegetables should be blanched after they have been trimmed and washed. To blanch: bring a large saucepan of water to the boil, immerse the vegetables in the fast boiling water for 2-3 minutes, depending on variety. Remove, and plunge into ice cold water to cool quickly. ­ Lean meat freezes better than fatty meat, and can be stored for considerably longer. [. . . ] ^ Align the lower door with the appliance housing using the long slot in hinge plate f. ^ Refit plinth fascia d, pushing it firmly into position. ^ With the lower door open, secure cover e to the front of the plinth fascia. ^ Loosely attach the handle to the opposite side of the door with the two front screws b. Mounting plate c must be positioned on the side of the door so that when the door is closed it is flush with the side of the appliance. [. . . ]